Socket Mobile, Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement with AboCom Systems Inc. to convert $500,000 of the company's trade debt into common stock.
Mobile Computers, Mobile Computing
Mobile computers are handheld or wearable devices that allow users to access computing resources while away from a fixed location. They typically have a smaller form factor than traditional desktop or laptop computers, and they often have features that make them ideal for use in mobile environments, with ruggedized designs and long battery life. Mobile computing involves interaction between the user and a small, portable computer device that can be used on site or in the field. Modern mobile computers also often feature a raft of features; including camera, barcode scanner, phone and Internet access. This coming together of what have historically been features available on separate devices, is often referred to as Convergence.
Socket Mobile strengthens balance sheet with common stock private placement of US$500,000
Mar 01, 2011
Handheld expands its global reach by opening an Asia-Pacific subsidiary in Sydney, Australia
Feb 14, 2011
Handheld Group of Sweden has announced the opening of Handheld APAC Pty Ltd., in Sydney, Australia. The new subsidiary will provide sales, marketing and support services to Handheld's business partners in the Asia-Pacific region, supplying rugged mobile computers through an expanding partner network in the fast-growing region.
Datalogic Elf PDA receives AT&T Certification
Feb 02, 2011
Datalogic Mobile has received certification by AT&T to grant the Datalogic Elf, a rugged PDA mobile computer, access to the AT&T wireless network for voice and data communications.
Casio to launch DT-X8 series of industrial handhelds from the end of February
Jan 26, 2011
Casio Electronics Co. plans to release the DT-X8 series of industrial handheld terminals from the end of February 2011.
Datalogic Mobile announces new Pal software applications
Jan 25, 2011
Datalogic Mobile has announced the release of Pal software applications for mobile computers giving out-of-the box functionality to the company's complete line of Windows CE and Windows Mobile based computers.
Intermec announces the 70 Series: one platform, four products
Jan 17, 2011
Intermec, Inc. has announced the launch of the 70 Series, its next generation portfolio of ultra-rugged mobile computers, delivering unparalleled performance to maximise worker uptime and efficiency.
Datalogic Mobile announces the new Falcon X3 with Power3 Technology
Jan 17, 2011
Datalogic Mobile has announced its new Falcon X3. This top of the line PDT, available in hand-held and pistol grip versions, offers new features that tackle even the toughest applications found in today's supply chain.
Psion introduces low-cost rugged PDA for organisations that need durable compact devices
Dec 13, 2010
As part of its new product development strategy, rooted in its Omnii product platform, Psion has announced its latest rugged PDA device the Psion EP10 handheld computer.
Handheld Group ranked number 340 fastest growing technology company on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 EMEA 2010
Dec 07, 2010
Handheld Group has ranked number 340 on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 EMEA 2010, a ranking of the 500 fastest growing technology companies in EMEA.
InnoTeletek's CW20 Series handheld computer brings compact data collection to in-premise and field workers alike
Dec 07, 2010
InnoTeletek, a developer and manufacturer of versatile mobile computers, has announced that the global launch of the Catchwell CW20 Series handheld computer will take place this month.
Mobile Computers
Mobile computers are used in a variety of industries, including retail, healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics. They are used for tasks such as inventory management, barcode scanning, data entry, and customer service.
Some of the most common types of mobile computers include:
- Handheld computers are small, portable devices that are typically held in one hand. They have a touchscreen display, a keyboard, and a barcode scanner. Handheld computers are often used in retail and logistics applications.
- Tablet computers are larger than handheld computers, but they are still portable enough to be used in mobile environments. They have a touchscreen display, a keyboard, and a variety of other features, such as cameras, GPS, and cellular connectivity. Tablet computers are often used in healthcare, education, and government applications.
- Wearable computers are devices that are worn on the body. They can be in the form of watches, glasses, or headsets. Wearable computers often have features that allow users to interact with their surroundings, such as gesture recognition and voice control. Wearable computers are still in their early stages of development, but they have the potential to revolutionize the way we interact with computers.
Mobile computers offer a number of advantages over traditional desktop or laptop computers, including:
- Portability: Mobile computers are small and lightweight, making them easy to carry around.
- Wireless connectivity: Mobile computers typically have wireless connectivity, which allows users to access data and applications from anywhere.
- Durability: Mobile computers are often ruggedized, making them resistant to damage from bumps, drops, and dust.
However, mobile computers also have some disadvantages, including:
- Smaller screens: The screens on mobile computers are typically smaller than the screens on desktop or laptop computers, which can make it difficult to view data and applications.
- Limited battery life: Mobile computers typically have shorter battery life than desktop or laptop computers.
- Security risks: Mobile computers are more susceptible to security risks than desktop or laptop computers, as they are often connected to public Wi-Fi networks.
Mobile computing
Today with the proliferation of a new generation of mobile devices such as smartphones, tablets and PDAs, the emphasis is increasingly shifting to mobile and multi-device user experience, mobile social computing, next generation mobile solutions, mobile cloud services and infrastructure. Mobile computing is typically characterised by its portability, meaning that users can take their devices with them and use them in different locations.
Mobile computing has three aspects: mobile communication, mobile hardware, and mobile software. The first aspect addresses communication issues in ad-hoc and infrastructure networks as well as communication properties, protocols, data formats and concrete technologies. The second aspect is on the hardware, e.g., mobile devices or device components. The third aspect deals with the characteristics and requirements of mobile applications.
Key features of mobile computing:
- Portability: Mobile devices are small and lightweight, making them easy to carry around. This allows users to access computing resources from anywhere.
- Connectivity: Mobile devices typically have wireless networking capabilities, which allows them to connect to the internet or other networks. This provides users with access to a wide range of resources, such as web pages, email, and applications.
- Ubiquity: Mobile devices are now ubiquitous, meaning that they are widely available and used by people of all ages. This has led to the development of a wide range of mobile applications that cater to different needs and interests.
Applications of mobile computing:
- Web or Internet access: Mobile devices can be used to access the internet, which allows users to browse web pages, check email, and use online applications.
- Global Position System (GPS): Mobile devices can use GPS to determine their location, which can be used for a variety of purposes, such as navigation, tracking, and emergency services.
- Emergency services: Mobile devices can be used to call for emergency services, such as the police or fire department.
- Entertainment services: Mobile devices can be used to play games, watch videos, and listen to music.
- Educational services: Mobile devices can be used to access educational resources, such as textbooks, online courses, and apps.
Rugged Mobile devices and PDAs are used in field service and workforce management applications. They are particularly useful for field service engineers recording work in the field, communicating information back to an office environment -sending and receiving invoices, ordering parts. They are commonly used in parcel delivery with couriers using these devices to scan barcodes and record signatures as proof of delivery.
Innovations in wireless technology, energy-efficient portable hardware and adaptive software, has enabled a massive growth in the use of these devises for businesses across the enterprise or for personal and social use. These devices are now so versatile that employees are using smartphones for business applications (BYOD –Bring Your Own Device)
This phrase has become widely adopted to refer to employees who bring their own computing devices – such as smartphones, laptops and PDAs – to the workplace for use and connectivity on the corporate network.
BYOD Security - Employees using personal smartphones and mobile devices at work, pose a security risk. Many corporations that allow employees to use their own mobile devices at work implement a BYOD security policy that clearly outlines the company's position and governance policy to ensure network security is not compromised by employees using their own devices at work.
Email and Web access is a reality that is experienced by millions of users worldwide through their smartphones and tablets. Hot spot access points for Wi-Fi connection are becoming more prevalent and widespread, even in London`s underground network.
Cloud computing is evolving as a new paradigm of computing in which dynamically scalable and often virtualized resources are provided as a service over the Internet. The confluence of hardware virtualization, cloud and mobile computing drives the new era of mobile cloud computing. Platforms such as android, iOS, Windows 7 erodes the power of computing platforms like Microsoft Windows and Apple Mac OS and is creating cross platform app centric environment in which end-users and in particular the consumer marketplace will drive developments in business computing. There are endless possibilities that can be brought about with the mobile cloud in the near future.
